Serving 1,272 students in grades 7-8, Frost Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 91% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 1,272 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 85% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 91% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 88% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Frost Middle serves the southwest part of Fairfax, VA, covering an area of approximately 17.7 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of about 3.1 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 5.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Frost Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Frost Middle School's student population of 1,272 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 88 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,272 students
Total Classroom Teachers
88 teachers
Year Founded
1964
School Calendar
School Rankings
Frost Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Frost Middle School is 0.70, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#117 out of 1773 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)91%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)88%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Asian
24%
8%
Hispanic
14%
20%
Black
6%
21%
White
47%
44%
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Frost Middle School's ranking?
Frost Middle School is ranked #117 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Frost Middle School often compared to?
Frost Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lake Braddock Secondary by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 91% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Frost Middle School?
1,272 students attend Frost Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Frost Middle School students are White, 24% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Frost Middle School?
Frost Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Frost Middle School offer ?
Frost Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Frost Middle School part of?
Frost Middle School is part of Fairfax County School District.
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